Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Yellow is back!!!!

I don't know about other event planners, but I am thrilled to see that yellow is back after a long, long hiatus at weddings and events. From gorgeous invitations, place cards and accessories, to bright yellow linens, lemons, yellow calla lilies, daisies, freesia, orchids, mums, tulips, roses and an abundance of other yellow flowers, yellow squash, peppers,maybe a yellow candy table ...not to mention my favorite drink...lemon drops!
Yellow can easily combine with white, ivory, chocolate brown as well as many other beautiful color shades. Yellow and celadon is also hot new color combination.
So go ahead and go YELLOW!

Wedding Planning Five

The next step is to find a caterer that meets your style, your taste in foods, the type of service you envision and your budget. Like your coordinator, it must be someone you are very comfortable with. Your coordinator can recommend caterers that meet your needs. Most caterers have many wonderful menus on their web sites. Look through them. Find a menu or put together some ideas you love- get some estimates and then do some tastings. Ask each caterer to draw up a rough outline including the cost per person; menu options; exactly what the fee includes (alcohol, rentals, tips, etc.); service and presentation style; and less-expensive alternatives.
You will know when you have found the right caterer for your special day!

Friday, March 19, 2010

New President of the Santa Barbara Event Professionals

Proud to announce that I am the new President of the Santa Barbara Event Professionals, cooperative guild that takes pride in connecting future brides and grooms with local Santa Barbara wedding services and information. We have just celebrated our ten year anniversary.
http://www.sbep.com

The Santa Barbara Events Professionals is member-driven, networking organization of local specialists in the Santa Barbara event services industry and we are committed to excellence.

The Santa Barbara Events Professionals' membership represents a high level of workmanship, talent, capabilities and a commitment to excellence. SBEP organizational activities give members the opportunity to enhance their business skills and to build an awareness of other talented event professionals in the Santa Barbara area.

SBEP membership includes a broad range of businesses, from familiar professionals like florists, event coordinators, caterers and photographers, to other overlooked services, such as invitations, wedding dress design, and entertainment at an event. This diversity of skills and talents is what makes the difference between a nice function and an extraordinary and memorable event.

Weddings By Diana & Invitations, Etc.: Wedding Planning Four

Weddings By Diana & Invitations, Etc.: Wedding Planning Four